Lead Software Engineer

Salas O'Brien

Lead Software Engineer supporting business applications at Salas O’Brien. Collaborating on technical proposals and improving workflows in architecture and engineering space.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $120,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Object-Oriented Python Development and Front-End JavaScript/TypeScript Development, with a strong focus on improving business workflows in the architecture, engineering, and construction sectors. Proficient in SQL and relational databases, capable of delivering technical proposals and collaborating effectively with IT teams.

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Object-Oriented Python DevelopmentFront-End JavaScript DevelopmentSQL ProficiencyFastAPI Platform ExperienceReact Experience

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Hard Skills

Object-Oriented ProgrammingPython DevelopmentJavaScript DevelopmentTypeScript DevelopmentSQLFunctional TestingUnit TestingRelational DatabasesFastAPIReact

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft SQL Server

Industry Keywords

ArchitectureEngineeringConstructionBusiness WorkflowsEnterprise-Wide Initiatives

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaScriptMS SQL ServerPythonReactSQLTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Directly contribute to internally developed applications, improving day-to-day business workflows in the architecture, engineering, and construction space.
Write unit and functional tests and perform manual testing for applications, to identify and solve problems with internal applications.
Deliver technical proposals for improving existing processes to a diverse audience, with work and cost savings estimates.
Work with other regional IT team members and managers to collaborate on successful deployment of enterprise-wide initiatives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Expertise in object-oriented Python development 5-8+ years required (FastAPI platform preferred)
Experience in front-end JavaScript/TypeScript development 3-5+ years required (React experience preferred)
Proficient in SQL and relational databases required (working knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server is a plus)
Able to derive the internal workings of software without access to the source code
Education: Bachelor's degree or AA in Computer Science, Software Engineering/Development, or other related discipline preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and company holidays
Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
Professional development support